Why, God, does it have to hurt?

The book of Ruth is a message of hope and redemption. But it starts with Naomi crying out, “Do not call me Naomi; call me Mara (bitter), for the Almighty has dealt very bitterly with me.” (1:20)

The life of a Christ-follower is not promised as one free of loss – on the contrary, we are told to expect difficult trials. Please join us for a night of worship, including a panel discussion with several believers who have found and fallen into God’s Grace in the midst of the storm of grief, suffering, and pain. All are welcome to join us: